SHURE M44G Cartridge and Technics Headshell Set of 2 Removed from a turntable that has been stored for many years. The sound quality has likely deteriorated somewhat compared to new. If you are not seeking new, high-quality performance, I believe these can still be used for listening and DJing. (I think the very high frequencies are diminished.) As far as I can see, the needles are not bent. There is some rust-like substance on the base of one of the cartridges. The surface of the insulator on the connection part has discolored white due to deterioration. (This does not affect use at all.) I set the needle length, etc., on a Technics SL1200 series turntable, so you can use them as is on the same model. I will wrap them securely in bubble wrap for shipping.